Overview

At Biology from Freie Universität Berlin students can choose to emphasize various fields in biochemistry, biodiversity, developmental biology, evolution, genetics, molecular biology, neurobiology, ecology, plant sciences, physiology, behavioral biology, and cell biology within their studies.

Quick Facts:

The program utilizes model systems of plants, animals, and microorganisms, which permit students not only to gain a broad range of biology-specific knowledge, but also to develop an advanced focus on current fields of research.

Programme Structure

The Institute of Biology currently offers five courses of study: one undergraduate combined bachelor and one mono bachelor's degree program and three consecutive master's programs.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-10-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-05-31 00:00:00

Language

English, German

IELTS

5

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PTE Academic

58

TOEFL^® IBT

94

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Biology View 69 other Masters in Biology in Germany

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

5

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PTE Academic

58

TOEFL^® IBT

94

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Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Biology from Freie Universität Berlin or other equivalent degree from a program whose content and structure are commensurate with those of the abovementioned bachelor’s program.

Proof of English skills (level B2 CEFR) for applicants whose first language is not English and whose degree was not obtained at an institution of higher education where English was the language of instruction.

Tuition Fee

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International

Free

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 0 EUR per year during 24 months.
EU/EEA

Free

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 0 EUR per year during 24 months.

Students do not pay any tuition fees, the university only charges semester fees and contributions each semester: 295,49€.

Living costs for Berlin

836 - 1340 EUR /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Biology.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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